1979 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 31 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 905 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.
Because 1979 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri. 2010 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3030 mm |
