1978 Ford Capri vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 235 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Golf |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |