1980 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 32 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1027 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Capri | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Capri | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3091 mm |
