1974 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1974 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |