1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1993 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Swift is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Suzuki Swift (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Swift.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Suzuki Swift (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1993 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Lancer | Swift |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
