1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1995 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Swift is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 635 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Dodge Aspen 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 1979 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1995 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Aspen | Swift |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
