1989 Suzuki Swift vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Swift | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 3590 mm |
