1997 Toyota Venture vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture, 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, 1978 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture. 1978 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Venture | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Venture | Capri |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1810 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
