1984 Ford Capri vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 25 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 21 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 546 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri. 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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. 2009 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Capri | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Capri | Actyon |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.1:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |