1969 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 43 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1345 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Capri | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 98 L |
