1978 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 754 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 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2010 Audi A6 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. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Capri | A6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
