1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Corona | Splash |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
