1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1976 Ford Capri
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1976 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 F-150 (597 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1976 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
