1981 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Hyundai Neos
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos 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, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 473 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, 2000 Hyundai Neos (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Neos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2000 Hyundai Neos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Capri | Neos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| 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 | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
