1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 1995 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 314 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Impreza | 1995 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Impreza | Swift |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
