1974 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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 96 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 755 kg more than 1974 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 1974 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3570 mm |