2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
