1978 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 959 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | F-150 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3050 mm |