1981 Ford Capri vs. 1980 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 304.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Peugeot 304, 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 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1980 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 304 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67.6 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
