1981 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Yaris |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |