1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1994 Suzuki Swift (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Festiva | Swift |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
