1982 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1994 Honda Concerto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Concerto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Concerto, 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, 1994 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Capri | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
