1978 Ford Capri vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Swift is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 275 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1978 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Capri | Swift |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2250 mm |