1978 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
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, 2005 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3060 mm |