1981 Ford Capri vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 9 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 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 64 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 204 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Rover 400, 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, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Capri | 400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
