1979 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic is newer by 32 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Trafic.
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, 2011 Renault Trafic, 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, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 2011 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
