2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Discovery | Swift |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |