1981 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 290 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, 2010 Toyota Camry, 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Camry |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |