1986 Ford Capri vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1986 Ford Capri and 1986 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 282 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (142 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
