1975 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 26 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. Both 1975 Ford Capri and 2001 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Capri | Samurai |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |