1989 Ford Capri vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 117 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
