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Ford Capri S

General information

ModelFord Capri S
Year1978
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2294 ccm (139.98 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2294 ccm (139.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power110.00 PS (81 kW or 108 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque176.00 Nm (17.9 kgf-m or 129.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke90.0 x 60.1 mm (3.5 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed187.0 km/h (116.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.8 seconds
0-50 miles8.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0991 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3760 litres (993 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1116 kg (2,460.4 pounds)
Overall length4450 mm (175.2 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity58.0 litres (15.32 gallons)
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