1979 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 33 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 395 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.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V, 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, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
