1978 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 25 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. Both 1978 Ford Capri and 2003 Suzuki Jimny are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 16 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Capri | Jimny |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |