1981 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | Mustang |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 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 | 1170 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |