1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1981 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 1981 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 928 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2160 mm |
