1993 Suzuki Swift vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 1025 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 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Suzuki Swift | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Opel |
| Model | Swift | Antara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
