2005 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Swift (102 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 548 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1986 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2250 mm |
