1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 1986 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Swift is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Swift (102 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Suzuki Swift (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Sunny | 1986 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunny | Swift |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2250 mm |
