1981 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800.
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, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
