1992 Renault Alpine vs. 1981 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 810 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.
Because 1992 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 1992 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Alpine | 1981 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | Alto |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2160 mm |
