1979 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 18 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 360 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 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Capri | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
