2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1713 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 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Durango | Alto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2180 mm |
