1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 515 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Corolla | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1406 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |