2001 Suzuki Aerio vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Aerio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Aerio 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Aerio | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Aerio | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
