1981 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 31 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 234 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 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri. 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Touran |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
