1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Escudo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Escudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Escudo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Escudo should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Escudo, 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, 1996 Suzuki Escudo (156 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Escudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina. 1996 Suzuki Escudo has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Suzuki Escudo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
