1978 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
