1990 Suzuki Swift vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 14 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1990 Suzuki Swift (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Suzuki Swift | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Suzuki | Honda |
Model | Swift | Life |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |