1978 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 32 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 708 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | 124 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4501 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2639 mm |