1989 Audi V8 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
