1991 Opel Astra vs. 1991 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 1991 Opel Astra and 1991 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1991 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 405 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Opel Astra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1991 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Alto |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2180 mm |
