1968 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 820 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 1987 Toyota Crown 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 1987 Toyota Crown. 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Suzuki Fronte | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Crown |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2954 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
