1978 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 329 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Capri | G34 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1050 mm |
