1978 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 24 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, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |