1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 138 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
