1969 Ford Capri vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 975 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 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 1996 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ford Capri | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Capri | Korando |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |