1975 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 25 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 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 73 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (189 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | Vision |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
