1978 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2007 Skoda Roomster is newer by 29 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Roomster (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 250 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.
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, 2007 Skoda Roomster, 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, 2007 Skoda Roomster (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Capri | Roomster |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |