2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 78 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
