1972 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Buick Century is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 950 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.
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, 1980 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Suzuki Fronte | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | Suzuki | Buick |
Model | Fronte | Century |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3214 cc |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2760 mm |