1999 Honda NSX vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 670 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda NSX 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 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | NSX | Swift |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |