1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 522 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsair | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
