2001 Suzuki EV Sport vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | EV Sport | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 398 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
