1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 10 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 138 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
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, 1988 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Spirit | Capri |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |