1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 616 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Capri |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2540 mm |
