1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 590 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (212 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2493 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
