2000 Acura RL vs. 1985 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 665 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL, 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1985 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
