1969 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 40 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 85 L |
