1981 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 710 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3270 mm |
