1992 Suzuki Swift vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 970 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Suzuki Swift | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Swift | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2425 mm |
