1977 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 35 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 920 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 1977 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Capri | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Highlander |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2789 mm |