1991 Renault Clio vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Clio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
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, 1989 Suzuki Swift (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Swift |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2250 mm |
