1999 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Ford Capri

To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 520 kg more than 1982 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1999 AC Aceca 1982 Ford Capri
Make AC Ford
Model Aceca Capri
Year Released 1999 1982
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Size 4942 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 322 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 532 Nm 86 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2570 mm


 

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