1990 Suzuki Swift vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 21 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), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1067 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Suzuki Swift | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Suzuki | SsangYong |
| Model | Swift | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
