1987 Porsche 944 vs. 1987 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 1987 Porsche 944 and 1987 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 944 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 944 weights approximately 715 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.
Because 1987 Porsche 944 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 1987 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 944 | 1987 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | 944 | Alto |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |