1985 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1985 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 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Capri | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |
