1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Prelude | Swift |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |