1975 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 770 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 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Capri 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Capri Frontera
Year Released 1975 2000
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 202 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 1755 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2470 mm