1971 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Suzuki Fronte | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
