1981 Ford Capri vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |