1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 340 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 1994 Hyundai Marcia. 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Marcia | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
