1989 Suzuki Swift vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1989 Suzuki Swift and 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Suzuki Swift (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Suzuki Swift | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Swift | Golf |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2340 mm |