1997 Suzuki C2 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Suzuki C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki C2 (251 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki C2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 352 kg more than 1997 Suzuki C2.
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, 1997 Suzuki C2 (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Suzuki C2 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 848 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
