1970 Ford Capri vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1970 Ford Capri is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Capri | 109 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |