1988 Suzuki Alto vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 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, 1991 Toyota Corolla (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Suzuki Alto | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2440 mm |
