1989 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 508 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 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Capri | V50 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |