1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Concerto | Swift |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |