1978 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 27 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 49 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (177 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
