1994 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Suzuki Vitara | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vitara | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
