1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2002 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Liana is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 149 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Corona (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corona | 2002 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Corona | Liana |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |