2005 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 494 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
