1969 Ford Capri vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 476 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Capri | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
