1976 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Ford Orion
To start off, 1982 Ford Orion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Orion (68 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Capri weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Ford Orion.
Because 1976 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Capri | 1982 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Orion |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
