1969 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 38 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Capri | Defender |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
