1978 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 189 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, 2004 Rover 45, 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, 2004 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Capri | 45 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |