2005 Suzuki Swift vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Swift | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
