1985 Renault 25 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1988 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 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 25 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2180 mm |
