1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 254 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Swift |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
