1984 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. Both 1984 Ford Capri and 1998 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |