2003 Toyota Camry vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Camry weights approximately 215 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1974 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Camry | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Capri |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.4 mm |
| 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 | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
