1979 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 19 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 350 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 1979 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 1979 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 1998 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Capri | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |