2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1482 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Quest | Swift |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |