1969 Ford Capri vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 810 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 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Capri | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 75 L |
