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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 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 730 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 (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2005 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1298 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3270 mm |