2007 Nissan Note vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 705 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki Cervo 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 1981 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note, 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, 2007 Nissan Note (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Note | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
