1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2009 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Splash is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 144 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Sera | 2009 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Sera | Splash |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
