1980 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 11 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 169 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Capri |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
