1981 Ford Capri vs. 1993 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1993 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1981 Ford Capri (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1993 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
