1974 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 30 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. Both 1974 Ford Capri and 2004 Suzuki Baleno are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 2004 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2004 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
