2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1983 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Alto. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1514 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1983 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Navara | Alto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2160 mm |
