1978 Ford Capri vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 168 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, 2005 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2005 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Capri | TF |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |