1984 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 16 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. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 451 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
