1969 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira 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, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 353 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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 Opel Zafira, 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, 1969 Ford Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 58 L |
