1989 Suzuki Swift vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 750 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 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Swift | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Swift | TT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2469 mm |
