1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Swift is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 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, 1991 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Prelude | Swift |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
