1978 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | E-150 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3510 mm |