1978 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 735 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 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Capri | Tucson |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |