1976 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Capri weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Capri | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| 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 | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
