1978 Ford Capri vs. 1992 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 14 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, 1992 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 199 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.
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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1992 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
