1984 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 944 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 146 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1209 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | Ford | Zenvo |
Model | Capri | ST1 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3055 mm |