1978 Ford Capri vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 Volvo 460, 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, 1989 Volvo 460 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Capri | 460 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1054 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |