1978 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 335 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | Mustang |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |