1972 AMC Matador vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1968 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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | AMC | Suzuki |
Model | Matador | Fronte |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 426 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |