1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsair | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
