2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 20 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1958 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Freelander | Swift |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2250 mm |