2005 Suzuki Swift vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |
