1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 705 kg more than 1981 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1981 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Prelude | Alto |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2160 mm |
