1988 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Suzuki Vitara | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
