1975 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 31 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 2,499 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (78 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | KB |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3060 mm |
