1981 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 26 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 620 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 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Hilux |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
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 | 990 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3090 mm |