1990 Suzuki Alto vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 444 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Suzuki Alto | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3250 mm |
