2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1978 Ford Capri

To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1607 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Land Rover Range Rover 1978 Ford Capri
Make Land Rover Ford
Model Range Rover Capri
Year Released 2007 1978
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4197 cc 1593 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 392 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2632 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 2200 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2570 mm


 

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