1978 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 28 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 755 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
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, 1978 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Capri | KB |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3060 mm |