1984 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 29 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1240 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Capri | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3295 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
