1969 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 1056 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2004 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Capri | Safari |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 984 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 |