1979 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 810 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |