1975 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Capri (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1975 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
