1984 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 65 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Capri | Cayman |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |