1983 Ford GT vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Ford GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford GT | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
