1978 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2000 Peugeot Partner 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 153 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
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 Peugeot Partner, 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 (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2000 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | Partner |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
