1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash, 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corona | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Corona | Splash |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
