1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Swift is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Prelude | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Prelude | Swift |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
