1989 Ford Capri vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
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 Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 80 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 297 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
