1978 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1978 Buick Electra 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 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1988 Suzuki Alto has manual transmission. 1988 Suzuki Alto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Electra | Alto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
