2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
