1981 Suzuki Alto vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Suzuki Alto | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2210 mm |
