1989 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 20 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 576 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.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2009 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
