1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 650 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Luce | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2060 mm |
