1978 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 22 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
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, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Celica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
