1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Liana is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana, 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Cortina | Liana |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |