1983 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Celica weights approximately 307 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica, 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, 1994 Toyota Celica (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Celica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
