1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1991 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1991 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 698 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Firebird | 1991 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Firebird | Swift |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3353 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
