2005 Suzuki Swift vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Swift | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Swift | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |