1980 Suzuki Cervo vs. 1995 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Swift is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Cervo 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 1980 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1995 Suzuki Swift (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki Cervo | 1995 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Cervo | Swift |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
