1990 Suzuki Alto vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Suzuki Alto | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Camry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2780 mm |
