1971 Renault 15 vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Swift is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
