1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, both 1972 GMC Jimmy and 1972 Suzuki Fronte were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Jimmy (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 1972 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1972 Suzuki Fronte has manual transmission. 1972 Suzuki Fronte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Jimmy | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Jimmy | Fronte |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1970 mm |