1973 Opel Commodore vs. 1992 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Alto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Commodore weights approximately 540 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Commodore | 1992 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Commodore | Alto |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2180 mm |
