1999 Suzuki Swift vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Swift is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 440 weights approximately 285 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.
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, 1996 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Swift | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Swift | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
