1969 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 27 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 721 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.
Because 1969 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Capri | Voyager |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |