1983 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic, 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
