2001 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 235 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Vitara | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
