1989 Renault 4 vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 1989 Renault 4 and 1989 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. 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, 1989 Suzuki Swift (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 4 | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | 4 | Swift |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2250 mm |