1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 370 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.
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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Aerostar | Capri |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
