1969 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 36 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL 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, 2005 Mahindra CL 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, 2005 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Capri | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
