1981 Suzuki Cervo vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 795 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Suzuki Cervo | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Cervo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4299 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
