1975 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 35 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 422 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 2010 Suzuki Grand 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
