1969 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1976 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 7 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 654 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1976 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
