1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1984 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1984 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 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1984 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | W 111 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2160 mm |
