1978 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 95 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 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
