2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1986 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1986 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CR-V | Alto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2180 mm |
