1989 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 15 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 270 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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
