1994 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Suzuki Vitara | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
