1989 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 11 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 32 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 13 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Capri | 45 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
