1969 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 14 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Granada |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
