1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Monaro | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2020 mm |
