1986 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 902 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Capri | XTS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
