1978 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 490 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.
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, 2000 Honda CR-V, 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2000 Honda CR-V 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. 2000 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
