2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 666 kg more than 1980 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1980 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
