1978 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 739 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 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Captiva |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |