2009 Suzuki Swift vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Swift | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Suzuki | Pontiac |
| Model | Swift | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 69 L |
