1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 245 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Prelude | Swift |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |