1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Capri |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
