1979 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| 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 | 112 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3050 mm |
