1974 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Capri | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
