1978 Ford Capri vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |