2002 Suzuki Covie vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Covie is newer by 24 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 1,999 cc, 2002 Suzuki Covie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Covie. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Covie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Covie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Covie. (111 Nm). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Covie | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Covie | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
