1972 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 22 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 565 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 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Suzuki Fronte | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Fronte | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2210 mm |
