1989 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 511 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Supra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
