1985 Suzuki Swift vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 1986 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Suzuki Swift | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Swift | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |