1984 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 535 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, 2004 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2004 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri. 2004 Toyota Avensis 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. 2004 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Capri | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Avensis |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |