1978 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 296 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Ford Capri 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Ford Kia
Model Capri Pride Wagon
Year Released 1978 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2294 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1116 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2350 mm


 

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