1978 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 20 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 174 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1998 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Capri | Vitara |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |