1982 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 30 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Capri weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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, 2012 Toyota iQ, 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Capri | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | iQ |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2000 mm |
