1969 Ford Capri vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 3 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 853 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 2009 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ford Capri | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Capri | Kyron |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |