1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 39 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 211 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Gran Torino | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |