1975 Ford Torino vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Torino | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 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 | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |