1984 Ford GT vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (264 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
