1977 Ford Capri vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 620 kg more than 1977 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Ford Capri 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Capri Chairman H
Year Released 1977 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1294 cc 2787 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 272 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2910 mm


 

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