1979 Ford Capri vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 964 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | 964 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
