1984 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Opel Agila
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 22 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 140 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, 2006 Opel Agila, 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, 2006 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2006 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Agila |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
