1999 Suzuki Swift vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Swift is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Swift (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today 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, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1999 Suzuki Swift (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Swift | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Swift | Today |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
