1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1970 Ford Capri

To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ford Econoline 1970 Ford Capri
Make Ford Ford
Model Econoline Capri
Year Released 1999 1970
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2325 kg 1103 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 2060 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2570 mm


 

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