1978 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2000 Suzuki X90 is newer by 22 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 78 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki X90. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki X90 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, 2000 Suzuki X90 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2000 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | X90 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
