1978 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1978 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Capri | A |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |