1989 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Capri | 993 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |