1981 Ford Capri vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Celica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
