1979 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Polo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |