1980 Suzuki Cervo vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 885 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1980 Suzuki Cervo has manual transmission. 1980 Suzuki Cervo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Suzuki Cervo | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Cervo | Cresta |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 539 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |