1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 22 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, 1998 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 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, 1998 Suzuki X90 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, 1998 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | X90 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
