1977 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 824 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Capri | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3246 mm |