1975 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1092 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 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Capri 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Capri Range Rover
Year Released 1975 1994
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1593 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 88 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2300 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1023 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2750 mm


 

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