1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Capri |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1591 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
