1970 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 33 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 607 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.
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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri. 2003 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Capri | LS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
