1988 Renault 5 vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
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 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 5 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
