1969 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 30 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 231 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, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
