1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 630 kg more than 1981 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2393 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
