1975 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 865 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
