1981 Ford Capri vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 264 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
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 (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 264. (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | 264 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
