1981 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 332 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.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
