1975 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1319 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 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Touareg |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2893 mm |