1975 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1719 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 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri. 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Capri | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
