1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 2 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1285 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.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Astro | Alto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
