1978 Ford Capri vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Capri | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3300 mm |
