1980 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Ford Capri
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Capri weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1980 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1977 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Capri |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
