2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
