2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 368 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Tacuma | Capri |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
