1969 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1985 Ford Capri
To start off, 1985 Ford Capri is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 795 kg more than 1985 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1985 Ford Capri | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Grand Prix | Capri |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |