1978 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 581 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Capri | Camaro |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 426 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2852 mm |