1980 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 604 kg more than 1980 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 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Capri | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Berlina |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |