1984 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Ford Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Camry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
