1984 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 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 238 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1984 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:
1984 Ford Capri | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | Expedition |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 127 L |