1974-1978 Capri OverviewFord Capri Overview (1974 - 1978)
Mk2
Tech Specs Summary
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- 89 - 124 mph
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- 8.9 - 18.2 seconds
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- 55 - 138 BHP
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- 20.5 - 31 mpg
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- 1,010 - 1,210 kg
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- 230 - 630 L
This generation of the Ford Capri (Mk2) was produced by the American manufacturer Ford between 1974 - 1978. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Hatchback. There are many power levels available from either a 1.3 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 2.3 L V6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and live axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Capri is the Ford Capri 3000 V6 which scores 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 138 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 114 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 124 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Ford Capri 1300 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 395 miles and can store 230-630 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 500 kg and a braked towing capacity of 900 kg.