1989 Suzuki Alto vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Alto | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
