1984 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 33 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |