1981 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 725 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 Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |