2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1977 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Capri weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1977 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
