1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 199 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsair | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
