1989 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 1997 Volvo C70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 270 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.
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, 1997 Volvo C70 (270 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | C70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
