1994 Rover 600 vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 600 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 600 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 600 | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
