1981 Ford Capri vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 115 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
