1975 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt is newer by 13 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 145 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Capri | Colt |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
