1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (66 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 200 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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 Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsair | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
