1968 Renault 10 vs. 1982 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 10 (43 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 10 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Renault 10 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 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Renault 10 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 10 | 1982 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 10 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2160 mm |
