1975 Ford Capri vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 2105 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 4 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lada 2105 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Capri | 2105 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |