1978 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 30 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
