2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 613 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1970 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
