1978 Ford Capri vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
