1978 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 19 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, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 37 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
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, 1997 Acura EL, 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Capri | EL |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2619 mm |
