1983 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 1983 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Baleno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
