1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 186 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 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
