1982 Ford Capri vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Capri weights approximately 51 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Capri | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
