1969 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 37 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 3,983 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 675 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Territory |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3983 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 76 L |
