1986 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Espace weights approximately 490 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.
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, 1986 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Espace | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Swift |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
