1989 Suzuki Alto vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2220 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 1999 Toyota Mega 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, 1999 Toyota Mega 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, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Alto | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3400 mm |
