1992 Suzuki Alto vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 505 kg more than 1992 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Suzuki Alto | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Carina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2590 mm |
