2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1987 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1987 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1987 Suzuki Alto has manual transmission. 1987 Suzuki Alto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1987 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Park Avenue | Alto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
