1978 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 26 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 491 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.
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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2004 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Capri | Clio |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |