1985 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Ford Capri is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Capri weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Capri | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
