1986 Suzuki Swift vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Swift is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Swift (102 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Suzuki Swift | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Swift | Celica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2510 mm |