1989 Ford Capri vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 188 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Capri | Renown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
