1985 Toyota Model F vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
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, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Model F | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Model F | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
