1969 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 33 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 495 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 2002 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Escape |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
