1965 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Cortina (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Because 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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 Cortina (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Cortina | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
