1983 Toyota Corona vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 311 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corona | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Corona | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
