1978 Ford Capri vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 15 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 228 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 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 405 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
