1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 37 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 197 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Corona | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
