1997 GMC Safari vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 GMC Safari 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 1997 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GMC Safari | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Safari | Swift |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
