1990 Suzuki Swift vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 910 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Suzuki Swift | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Suzuki | Buick |
Model | Swift | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |