1984 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 26 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 77 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 6 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Ford Capri 2010 Volkswagen Citi
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Capri Citi
Year Released 1984 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2790 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 76.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68.5 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 203 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 49 L


 

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