2001 Ford 49 vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 2001 Ford 49 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford 49 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford 49 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford 49 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford 49 | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 49 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1090 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
