1978 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,586 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
