1984 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 28 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Capri | A8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |