1978 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Ford Ikon

To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 27 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. 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, 2005 Ford Ikon, 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 (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Ford Capri 2005 Ford Ikon
Make Ford Ford
Model Capri Ikon
Year Released 1978 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 1299 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2490 mm


 

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