2011 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1208 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 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Phaeton | Capri |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2233 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5059 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1903 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1901 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2881 mm | 2570 mm |
