1999 Suzuki Swift vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Swift is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Swift | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2210 mm |
