1984 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri.
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, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |