1980 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 93 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, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Capri | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Polo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1089 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 |