1981 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 425 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Capri | Monaro |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |