2001 Toyota Camry vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 298 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry, 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, 2001 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Camry | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Capri |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
