1972 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 36 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 342 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 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Capri | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
