1994 Suzuki Swift vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 680 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Suzuki Swift | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Swift | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
