1989 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 282 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 Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Touran |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |