2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,220 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 760 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3220 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
