2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 585 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Borrego | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
