2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1980 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 744 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 Honda CR-V 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 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1980 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CR-V | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2160 mm |
