1971 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Capri weights approximately 132 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Capri | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Capri | Samurai |
Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2637 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |