1986 Suzuki Swift vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (102 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Suzuki Swift | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mini |
| Model | Swift | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2548 mm |
