1982 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 25 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 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 1185 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 2007 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Capri | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Territory |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3982 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
