1972 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Carina (67 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 600 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 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Toyota Carina (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Suzuki Fronte | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Carina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2520 mm |
