1985 Suzuki Swift vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 4 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 325 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.
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, 1989 Volvo 440 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Suzuki Swift | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Swift | 440 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
