1969 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 473 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 1969 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Touran |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
