1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 44 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 355 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 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corona | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Corona | SX4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |