1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 1979 Ford Capri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 225 kg more than 1976 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, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Capri |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2294 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
