2005 Suzuki Swift vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift. 2005 Suzuki Swift has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Suzuki Swift will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Swift | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
