1980 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 21 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Carens (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 264 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.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens, 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, 2001 Kia Carens (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Capri | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Carens |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
