1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Swift is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 910 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick LeSabre 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 1985 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | LeSabre | Swift |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |