1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1993 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 924 kg more than 1993 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 1993 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunfire | Alto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2180 mm |
