1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 375 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden FB Special | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | FB Special | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |