1984 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 984 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Touareg |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |