1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac 6239D would be higher. At 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | 6239D | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 30 L |
