1972 AMC Matador vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1976 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | AMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Matador | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2040 mm |
