1983 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 274 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 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1264 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
