1984 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Volvo V40
To start off, 1999 Volvo V40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V40, 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 1999 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | V40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
