1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Swift is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na weights approximately 244 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 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 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Swift |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
