1969 Ford Capri vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 865 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Capri | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
