2004 Ford Econovan vs. 1976 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 28 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econovan (90 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 286 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, 2004 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econovan | 1976 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Capri |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 138 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |