1969 Ford Capri vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 29 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), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 911 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 1998 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. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Capri | Safari |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 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 | 1044 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
