1972 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 1997 Volvo S90 is newer by 25 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 1090 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, 1997 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Suzuki Fronte | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Fronte | S90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
