1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1985 Ford Capri

To start off, 1985 Ford Capri is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi Super 90 (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Capri weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90.

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, 1968 Audi Super 90 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Audi Super 90 1985 Ford Capri
Make Audi Ford
Model Super 90 Capri
Year Released 1968 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 1593 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.5 mm 87.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 66 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 58 L


 

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