1977 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Capri | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
