1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 197 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Capri |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
