2000 Seat Salsa vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 560 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Salsa | 1986 Ford Capri | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Salsa | Capri |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |