1978 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 30 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 765 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 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Capri | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
