1974 Ford Capri vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W

To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri.

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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Ford Capri 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Capri Chairman W
Year Released 1974 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1495 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2970 mm


 

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