1981 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 25 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
