1981 Suzuki Cervo vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Suzuki Cervo | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Cervo | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 539 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |