1969 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 44 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 868 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 361 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |
