1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1987 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Alto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Ascona weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1987 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | Alto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 55 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
