2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1997 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 577 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1997 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | HR-V | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
