1979 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 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), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 620 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Capri | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
