1989 Suzuki Samurai vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Samurai | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Samurai | Corona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |
