1981 Ford Capri vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 30 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 938 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri. 2011 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Capri | Rodius |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |