1975 Ford Capri vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 15 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 105 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, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Corrado |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |