1984 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Swift is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1984 Pontiac Firebird 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 1984 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Firebird | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Firebird | Swift |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
