1980 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1980 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep and 1980 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 910 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1980 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Jeep | Alto |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2160 mm |
