2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 270 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
