1975 Ford Capri vs. 1974 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Vauxhall Victor (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1974 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Capri | Victor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
