1994 Suzuki Swift vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1183 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 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Suzuki Swift | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Swift | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
