1989 Ford Capri vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 158 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
