1993 Suzuki Swift vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 19 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 145 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 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 2012 Suzuki Equator. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Suzuki Swift | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift | Equator |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
