1978 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 34 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1502 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Capri | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2891 mm |