1981 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 63 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 927 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |