1969 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 605 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 1969 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Accord |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |