1976 Ford Capri vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 627 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Capri | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Capri | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 209 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |