1969 Ford Capri vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Ford Capri 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Capri Land Cruiser
Year Released 1969 1990
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 82 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.6 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 2140 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2860 mm


 

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