1969 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 496 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Forester |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2615 mm |