1970 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 987 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Capri | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
