1999 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 181 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Vitara | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
