1984 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 2 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1077 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |