1969 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro

To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 653 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Ford Capri 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Capri Monaro
Year Released 1969 2004
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1593 cc 5664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 88 HP 382 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.7 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1658 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 75 L


 

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