2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1809 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | E-350 | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 30 L |
