1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 284 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 515 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
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1996 Ford Mustang | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Swift |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 66 HP |
Torque | 556 Nm | 101 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |