1970 Ford Capri vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 35 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 669 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 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Capri | Actyon |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |