1969 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Sportage |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |