2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 368 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Frontier | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
