1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 41 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 390 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Cortina | Liana |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |