1994 Rover 100 vs. 1995 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Swift is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 100 | 1995 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 100 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
