1978 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 25 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 614 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Ford Capri 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Ford Toyota
Model Capri Condor
Year Released 1978 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 2358 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1032 kg 1646 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2520 mm


 

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