1975 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 30 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 425 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.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Clio |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
