1969 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 35 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
