1974 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Cortina | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Cortina | Samurai |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |