1981 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 14 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 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 25 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 445 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
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, 1995 Toyota Previa, 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, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Previa |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |