1981 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 13 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 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 480 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Capri | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1650 kg |
