1986 Suzuki Samurai vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. 1979 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1986 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1986 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Suzuki Samurai | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Samurai | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |