1985 Suzuki Swift vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 22 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 318 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, 1985 Suzuki Swift (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Suzuki Swift | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
