1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 21 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 341 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Capri |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
