1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4, 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corona | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Corona | SX4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |