1989 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy

To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 18 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 647 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ford Capri 2007 Ford Galaxy
Make Ford Ford
Model Capri Galaxy
Year Released 1989 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.6 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.9:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 200 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 17.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1092 kg 1739 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2840 mm


 

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