1972 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1972 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Capri | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3030 mm |
