1984 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 27 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 19 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 141 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, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Capri | i30 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |