1984 Audi 90 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
