1989 Suzuki Swift vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 14 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. Both 1989 Suzuki Swift and 2003 Suzuki Baleno are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 81 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.
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, 2003 Suzuki Baleno (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Swift | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
