1954 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Popular | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
