1978 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
