1970 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Suzuki Fronte | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2370 mm |
