1979 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1979 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Cortina | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
