1978 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 23 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (137 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
