1980 Suzuki Alto vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 2175 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 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki Alto | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | Alto | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3075 mm |
