1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 945 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick Roadmaster 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 1990 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Roadmaster | Swift |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |