1989 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 452 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2911 mm |
