1986 Ford Capri vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 140 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 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, 1971 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | 140 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
