1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Valiant | Swift |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
