1975 Ford Capri vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 18 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 465 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, 1993 Volvo 850, 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | 850 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
