1969 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Capri | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 85 L |
