1969 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Suzuki Fronte | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Fronte | Golf |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 111 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1970 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |