1985 Suzuki Alto vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Suzuki Alto | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alto | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2480 mm |
