1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Alto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1600 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.
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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Eldorado | Alto |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2180 mm |
