2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 23 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2004 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
