2000 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | S-10 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2270 mm |
