2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1981 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1365 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 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 1981 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Durango | Alto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2160 mm |
