1979 Ford Capri vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 92 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Celica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |