1978 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Cortina | Baleno |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |