1991 Suzuki Swift vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1991 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 637 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Suzuki Swift | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Swift | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
