1978 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 18 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 81 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Capri | Baleno |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |