1978 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 28 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, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2358 cc |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |