1989 Suzuki Swift vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 6 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 551 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen 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 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Swift | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
