1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 304 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Capri |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
