1981 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 24 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Capri | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |