1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 754 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | SP2 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
