1989 Ford Capri vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Capri | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
