2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1995 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1995 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Vamos | Swift |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
