1979 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 1999 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 20 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 2,521 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mahindra Bolero (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 710 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.
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, 1999 Mahindra Bolero (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1999 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Capri | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1700 kg |
