1969 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 36 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1320 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 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
