1969 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari 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 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 7 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 996 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Capri | Safari |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 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 | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
