1975 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
