1979 Porsche 928 vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 928 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Porsche 928 | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 928 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
