1969 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 570 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 2009 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
