1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
