1969 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 38 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 1969 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
