1970 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 38 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 271 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, 2008 Rover 75, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Capri | 75 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
