2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 890 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Rexton | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
