1974 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Model F |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |