1969 Ford Capri vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 28 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 915 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 1997 GMC Safari 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. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Capri | Safari |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 98 L |
