1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1986 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (102 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 560 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 1986 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Commodore | Swift |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2250 mm |
