1973 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Capri | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2659 mm |