1981 Suzuki Cervo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 29 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 1065 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Suzuki Cervo | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Suzuki | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cervo | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
