1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherokee | Alto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 30 L |
