1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 43 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fairlane | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
