1990 Suzuki Swift vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 744 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Suzuki Swift | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Swift | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
