1981 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |