1982 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 620 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.
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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Capri | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Commodore |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |