1968 Renault 8 vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, both 1968 Renault 8 and 1968 Suzuki Fronte were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 8 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Renault 8 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 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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 Suzuki Fronte (81 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1968 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 8 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
