1973 Porsche 914 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 914 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 264 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki 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, 1973 Porsche 914 (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 914 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 914 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
