1984 Renault 11 vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 11 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 11 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 11 (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 11 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
