1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 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 X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Cortina | X90 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |