1978 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
