1972 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 31 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1260 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Suzuki Fronte | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Suzuki | Buick |
Model | Fronte | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3798 cc |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |