1972 Ford Capri vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 102 kg more than 1972 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Capri | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |