1978 Seat 124 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 124 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | 124 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |