1983 Ford Capri vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 27 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 42 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 678 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. 2010 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Capri | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
