1990 Suzuki Swift vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Swift is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Corona weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1964 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Suzuki Swift | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Corona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
