1989 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 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 61 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 68 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
