1968 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 44 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2063 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Suzuki Fronte | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Suzuki | Cadillac |
| Model | Fronte | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1970 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
