1970 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 28 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 1970 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 306 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
