1998 Suzuki Swift vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Swift is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Suzuki Swift | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Swift | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
