1980 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 229 kg more than 1980 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Capri | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Avensis |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |