1969 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 37 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3090 mm |
