1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 27 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, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| 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 | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
