1981 Subaru Coupe vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Swift is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Suzuki Swift (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 81 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Coupe | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Coupe | Swift |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
