2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 590 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift 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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Galant | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |
