1967 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 930 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Suzuki Fronte | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Suzuki | Buick |
Model | Fronte | Century |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 3788 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |