1986 Audi Coupe vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Audi Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi Coupe (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Audi Coupe.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi Coupe, 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, 1986 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi Coupe | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Capri |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
