1975 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 7 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 77 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | 360 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
