1985 Renault 5 vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,526 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 139 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 5 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
