1994 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Because 2007 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift 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, 1994 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 200 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
