1984 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 455 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | CLC |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
