1978 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 33 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 578 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 2011 Toyota Hilux 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3090 mm |
