1973 Ford Capri vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1973 Ford Capri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 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 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1303 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2900 mm |
