1987 Suzuki Alto vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Solara (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Solara weights approximately 795 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Suzuki Alto | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Solara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 547 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
