1969 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 906 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Capri | Montero |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
