2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1613 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 91 L |
