2008 Acura TSX vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 644 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | TSX | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2180 mm |
