1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Gran Torino | X90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
