1978 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 17 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe.
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, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1995 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Capri | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
