1987 Suzuki Alto vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Alto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (97 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 565 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 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Suzuki Alto | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Alto | Corona |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 547 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |