1969 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 658 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Forester |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |