1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 875 kg more than 1972 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dart | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
