1989 Suzuki Swift vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 104 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
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, 1990 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Swift | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Holden |
| Model | Swift | Barina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2250 mm |
