1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo

To start off, 1979 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Porsche 911 1979 Suzuki Cervo
Make Porsche Suzuki
Model 911 Cervo
Year Released 1968 1979
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 1991 cc 539 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 53 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 535 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2040 mm


 

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