1981 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 19 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 21 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2000 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Capri | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
