1988 Renault 25 vs. 2007 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Alto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 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 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2007 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 25 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
