1973 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Capri weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Capri | Astra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1303 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
