1978 Ford Capri vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 2 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 301 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
