1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Cortina | Liana |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |