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Ford Capri 2.3

General information

ModelFord Capri 2.3
Year1979
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2294 ccm (139.98 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
Transmission3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2294 ccm (139.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power114.00 PS (84 kW or 112 HP) at 5300 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
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1046 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4460 litres (1,178 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1090 kg (2,403.0 pounds)
Overall length4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 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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