1978 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 1996 Lexus GS is newer by 18 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 604 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, 1996 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 1996 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1996 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Capri | GS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
