2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1980 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 497 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1980 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Expedition | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2160 mm |
