1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 55 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 296 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 30 L |
