1978 Suzuki Cervo vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Suzuki Cervo 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 1978 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry, 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Suzuki Cervo | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Cervo | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 538 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
