1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1435 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Newport | Fronte |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 52 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 56 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |