2009 Honda Insight vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 25 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 266 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.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight, 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, 2009 Honda Insight (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 1984 Ford Capri | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Insight | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |