1978 Ford Capri vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1990 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, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 1990 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. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Capri | Suburban |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3300 mm |