1979 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 19 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 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, 1998 Suzuki X90 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, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | X90 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
