1966 Renault 8 vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Swift is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Renault 8 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1966 Renault 8 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 1966 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Suzuki Swift (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 8 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
