1987 Renault 5 vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 5 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
