1988 Honda NSX vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift

To start off, 1992 Suzuki Swift is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda NSX weights approximately 382 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 Honda NSX 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 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda NSX 1992 Suzuki Swift
Make Honda Suzuki
Model NSX Swift
Year Released 1988 1992
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 251 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 288 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 75.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1216 kg 834 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2270 mm


 

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