1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Festiva | Swift |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |