1989 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 13 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 628 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 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Capri | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
