1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 86 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | GT 40 | Vitara |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |