1969 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1998 Lancia Dedra 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 186 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, 1998 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1969 Ford Capri (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1998 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 63 L |
