1981 Ford Capri vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 12 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 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, 1969 Ford Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Capri |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 41 L |
