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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (114 HP @ 5500 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 558 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
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 | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1650 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 |