1978 Ford Capri vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 166 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Capri | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
