1978 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 29 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri.

Because 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2007 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Ford Capri 2007 Jeep Liberty
Make Ford Jeep
Model Capri Liberty
Year Released 1978 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 3699 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 90.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2650 mm


 

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