2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 35 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 975 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
