1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 746 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Corolla | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
