1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1984 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1984 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Caprice | Alto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2160 mm |
