1989 Suzuki Swift vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Swift is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. 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 47 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 162 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Suzuki Swift (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Swift | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2380 mm |
