1978 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3270 mm |
