1983 Porsche 959 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 959 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 959 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2490 mm |
