1969 Ford Capri vs. 1992 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1992 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 580 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, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
