1969 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 517 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
