1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 614 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Corolla | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1707 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
