1984 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 846 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Capri | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |
