1981 Ford Capri vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1986 Toyota Tercel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel, 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, 1986 Toyota Tercel (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Tercel |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |