2005 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Jimny | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
