1978 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus 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, 1978 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
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, 1978 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
