1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1140 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.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Riviera | Fronte |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 785 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |