1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 102 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Alpine (290 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
