2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1495 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-150 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2180 mm |
