1980 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 26 kg more than 1980 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Capri | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3030 mm |
