1984 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
