1989 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 410 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri. 2011 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2639 mm |
