1990 Suzuki Swift vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 445 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 2002 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Suzuki Swift | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
