1970 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 581 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Hilux |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |