1989 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 12 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 478 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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Capri | 75 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
