1973 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 39 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1303 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
