1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 676 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang 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 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Swift |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
