2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 14 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 644 kg more than 1988 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, 2002 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Mobilio | Alto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
