1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Suzuki Swift (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Swift |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
