1988 Suzuki Alto vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Suzuki Alto | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Suzuki | Honda |
Model | Alto | CR-V |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 547 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |