1979 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 655 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. 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 Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Corsa | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2400 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |