1981 Ford Capri vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 115 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 117 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |