1978 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 31 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
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, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Capri | i30 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |