1993 Suzuki Swift vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Swift is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Suzuki Swift | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Celica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
