1979 Ford Capri vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Capri | Suburban |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3300 mm |