1978 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1109 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
