1978 Ford Capri vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Capri | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |