1979 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 112 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri.
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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | 240 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
