1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 27 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 290 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Capri |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
